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Tapas Catering for Tattenham Corner events
We cook Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Tattenham Corner and nearby, catering for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests.
- Drinks reception canapés
- Tapas with a paella main course
- Receptions and drinks parties
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How our tapas catering works in Tattenham Corner
Tapas are made for sharing and talking over. Canapés go round while guests mingle, or table tapas go out to share. On the menu are patatas bravas, croquetas and Serrano ham, and we’re frequently booked for welcome-drink canapés and engagement parties.
Near Tattenham Corner, tapas suit gardens, barns and marquees. The paella is served straight from the pan, so it’s hot and generous, and a queue moves quickly.
Live paella or other catering?
If you want food that encourages guests to mingle, tapas are hard to beat. The price depends on your guest numbers, the menu and how many courses you choose, along with staff, extras and travel. We quote for each event individually.
Why us?
- Sangria and bar staff available
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
- Fast service from the pan
Take a look at Our prices page And The cost guide.
Planning the cooking area
Safety and good cooking both depend on the spot we use. We look for:
- Venue approval for outside catering
- Space for a serving table or station
- Access to unload near the serving area
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
On the menu in Tattenham Corner
- Patatas bravas
- Albóndigas
- Tortilla española
- Gambas al ajillo
- Olives & bread
- Manchego & membrillo
- Serrano ham
- Chorizo in red wine
- Croquetas
- Padrón peppers
What’s in the pans
Manchego & membrillo
Manchego with sweet quince.
Patatas bravas
Crisp potatoes with a spicy tomato sauce.
Occasions we cook for in Tattenham Corner
They make a perfect starter before paella.
Whatever you’re celebrating in Tattenham Corner, paella can be the star of the food. We regularly cater:
- Drinks parties and receptions
- Tapas before paella
- Drinks reception canapés
- Tapas starters
After a ceremony at a church such as St Mark, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos.
Comparing caterers
- The deposit and payment dates
- The venue requirements
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- Staff numbers and hours
How the day works
Service is quick: we serve straight from the pan, so even a long queue moves. Afterwards we clear our cooking area away. A summer drinks reception in Tattenham Corner has daylight until about 9:20pm at midsummer, perfect for canapés outdoors. In late September, sunset is about 7:05pm; winter receptions, dark by 3:55pm, are better indoors.
- Send us the date, venue and numbers.
- You get a selection and a price.
- We set up and finish hot tapas on site.
- We serve canapés or table tapas.
- We clear our equipment afterwards.
Before we arrive
- Share the running order, including any speeches
- Make sure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
Getting a price
Each quote is tailored to your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we’ll check availability at the same time.
Planning help
Working with your venue
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Tattenham Corner? Paella is quick to serve to a crowd and suits most diets. Give us the details and we will suggest a plan.
Tapas for events in Tattenham Corner
Tattenham Corner is about 2 miles south-east of Epsom, in Surrey. Whether your event is in the middle of Tattenham Corner or on the outskirts, tapas catering works the same way: paella cooked live, every diet catered for and a clear quote. Tattenham Corner is one of 395 towns and villages in Surrey where we cook. We cook right across the region, from Tattenham Corner to London (15 miles away).
If you’re looking at a historic venue around Tattenham Corner, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking. For guests coming by train, Tattenham Corner station is in Tattenham Corner itself. The Surrey Hills National Landscape is within about 5 miles of Tattenham Corner, ideal for an outdoor reception.
Tapas catering in KT18, KT20 and KT17 is planned around your venue and timings. Local streets include Old London Road, Epsom Lane North and Azor Place; an event at home on any of them works well with live paella. For events just outside Tattenham Corner, we cover Great Burgh (1 mile east), Epsom Downs (1 mile north), Langley Vale (1 mile west), Burgh Heath (1 mile east) and Nork (1 mile north-east). Larger places within reach include Guildford (15 miles west), Woking (14 miles west), Horley (10 miles south), Redhill (6 miles south-east), Ewell (3 miles north) and Reigate (5 miles south).
Other landmarks nearby include The Ashley Centre (1.9 miles north-west) and Walton on the Hill (1.9 miles south). The countryside around Tattenham Corner includes Colley Hill and Cuddington Meadows.
- Nearby schools include Aberdour School (1.2 miles east) and The Beacon School (1.3 miles east)
- Local pubs include Derby Arms (0.6 miles north-west)
Should I cook it myself?
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, keep the stock hot, and don’t stir once the rice goes in. And keep children and pets well away from the burner.
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. With live paella catering, you get the theatre without the work.
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Tattenham Corner questions
What’s the nearest station to Tattenham Corner for guests?
Tattenham Corner station, in Tattenham Corner itself.
We are having a ceremony at St Mark: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is generally elsewhere. Send us the reception address.
Do you cook it at the event?
Yes, always. Every paella is cooked from scratch on site, in front of your guests.
How many different paellas?
Typically two or three, so every guest has a choice. We’ll recommend a mix based on diets.
Do we need staff for canapés?
Yes, if you want them. Canapés need staff to serve.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We clear our cooking area away when service is finished. Waiting staff can clear tables if you book them.
Can we add drinks?
Sangria, yes, plus bar staff for your own drinks.
How much tapas do we need?
We plan quantities around your timings and courses. Give us the details for a suggestion.
Catering for every guest
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Here’s how:
- Include staff for canapés
- Let us know if tapas are a starter or the main event
- Pair tapas with sangria, cava or sherry
- Make sure dishes are labelled
Afterwards, we clear away.
Bar staff and sangria.
- Cooked live in giant pans at your event
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal options
- Paella, tapas, canapés and desserts
- Sangria, bar staff, crockery and waiting staff